Dutch School Holidays 2026

School Holidays in the Netherlands

The Dutch school year is divided into regional holidays to balance travel demand and avoid overcrowding. The Netherlands is split into three regions: North, Central, and South.

Official School Holidays for 2026

• Spring Break (Voorjaarsvakantie):
  • North: February 21 – March 1
  • Central: February 14 – February 22
  • South: February 14 – February 22

• May Break (Meivakantie): April 25 – May 3
• Summer Holiday (Zomervakantie):
  • North: July 4 – August 16
  • Central: July 18 – August 30
  • South: July 11 – August 23
• Autumn Break (Herfstvakantie): October 18 – October 26
• Christmas Break (Kerstvakantie): December 19 – January 3, 2027

Plan Ahead for School Breaks

Knowing these dates in advance can help families plan vacations and activities. If you're new to the Dutch education system, check out our Dutch Education System article to understand how schools operate.

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